Xterra Suspension Technical Info

If you are reading this then you likely watched my Nissan Xterra suspension lift kit video over on YouTube. If you have not, then WHY not? Go check it out at the bottom of this page.

This post is designed as a supplement to that video, giving you all the parts, tools, and torque specs to get the job done right. Lets start with a list of tools:

Tools need for the install

• 4 Jack Stands – https://amzn.to/2RGWlIK
• Dead blow hammer – https://amzn.to/3cb8uiA
• Breaker Bar – https://amzn.to/3hNyYb3
• Hand Drill (if you are drilling stock plates) – https://amzn.to/32LfGyY
• Impact Drill (Helpful but optional) – https://amzn.to/3chHGxg
• 3/8 Ratchet – https://amzn.to/33HXEwv
• 1/2 Ratchet – https://amzn.to/3cfY8xV
• Torque Wrench up to 155 lb-ft – https://amzn.to/2FRSNAR
• 14mm Socket
• 14 mm Deep Socket
• 17mm Socket
• 17mm Box Wrench
• 18mm Socket
• 19mm Socket
• 19mm Box Wrench
• 22mm Socket (or adjustable wrench) – https://amzn.to/3hLIKui
• 5mm Allen Wrench (for the tire rod end bolt so size could vary)
• High Speed Steel Step Drill Bit 1″ (if you’re using stock plates) – https://amzn.to/2FHhJLq
• Spring compressors(if you are building the front suspension yourself)

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Parts List

I ordered my entire kit from All Dogs Offroad: https://www.alldogsoffroad.com/

Front End
Springs
Shocks
Cam Bolts
If are are going to build the front suspension yourself you will need:
Upper strut mounts
All rubber mounts and bushings for the front

Rear End
Leaf packs
Leaf pack bushings
shocks
Mount Plates (You can drill out and reuse your stock plates if you like)

Torque Specs

The Video…